Summary of Key Points from the OCP APAC Summit Industry Overview - The Open Compute Project (OCP) is an industry consortium focused on redesigning hardware technology for data centers, emphasizing efficiency, scalability, and openness. It has over 400 members as of 2025, initiated by Meta in 2011 [3][2]. Core Insights and Arguments AI Data Center Innovations - The OCP APAC Summit highlighted advancements in AI hardware, infrastructure, and networking, with participation from major tech companies like Google, Meta, Microsoft, TSMC, and AMD [2][7]. - Meta is aggressively launching its Hyperion data center, which is expected to significantly benefit server ODMs like Quanta and Wiwynn [4][29]. - AMD's UALink and Ultra Ethernet are set to enhance networking capabilities, enabling larger clusters and improved performance [9][11]. Power and Cooling Solutions - The power consumption of AI servers is projected to double, with NVIDIA's GPUs expected to reach 3,600W by 2027, necessitating a shift to high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems for efficiency [23][24]. - Liquid cooling is becoming essential for managing the thermal load of high-density AI racks, with designs evolving to accommodate this need [34][23]. Market Dynamics - The AI hardware market is transitioning from proprietary solutions to a more open, collaborative environment, benefiting specialized hardware vendors [10][11]. - The back-end networking market for AI is projected to exceed $30 billion by 2028, driven by the demand for high-bandwidth communication within AI clusters [18]. Important but Overlooked Content - The shift to panel-level processing by ASE is a critical innovation for manufacturing larger AI packages, improving area utilization and cost-effectiveness [13]. - The integration of retimers in cables is essential for maintaining signal integrity in high-density AI racks, addressing challenges posed by traditional passive copper cables [18]. - MediaTek is positioning itself as a leader in on-device AI integration, which is crucial as the demand for edge computing grows [26][30]. Company-Specific Highlights - **Delta**: Target price raised from $460 to $715 due to strong growth momentum driven by AI power needs [21]. - **Google**: Engaging with OCP to upgrade AI infrastructure, including the introduction of the Mt. Diablo power rack for efficient power distribution [24][33]. - **Seagate**: Emphasized the complementary role of HDDs alongside SSDs for high-capacity storage in AI applications [39][41]. - **TSMC**: Focused on co-development of system-level standards to support higher performance compute systems [40]. Conclusion The OCP APAC Summit underscored the rapid evolution of AI infrastructure, highlighting the importance of collaboration among tech giants to address the challenges of power, cooling, and networking in data centers. The insights gained from this event will shape the future landscape of AI technology and its supporting ecosystem.

Strategic Shift - Tesla reportedly changed its course, halting the DOJO project and disbanding the team, shifting focus to TSMC's upcoming AI5 chips and potentially Samsung's AI6 chips [1] - The $16+ billion special agreement with Samsung, turning the chip fabrication facility near Giga Texas into a Tesla-dedicated facility with direct oversight by Elon Musk, gains significance [1] Giga Texas Implications - Questions arise regarding the impact of this decision on the massive infrastructure upgrades and the Cortex 2 facility at Giga Texas [1] - Uncertainty surrounds the repurposing of the new Cortex 2 facility and the ongoing work on Cortex 1.0 in the S factory extension [1] Future Outlook - New permits for continued work have been filed with the City of Austin, indicating potential continuation of some projects [1] - The industry is curious about potential changes, work stoppages, or other developments resulting from this decision [1]

MATT: GOOD MORNING IT IS 5:00 A.M. WITH YOUR BLOOMBERG BRIEF. GOLD FUTURES JUMPED AS THE U.S. IS SAID TO HAVE PUT A TARIFF ON IMPORTS OF ONE KILOGRAM GOLD BARS. THE MOST TRADED IN THE FUTURES MARKET. PRESIDENT TRUMP SAID THAT HE WILL NOMINATE STEVE AND MY WRITTEN FOR A SEAT ON THE FED BOARD AND MET UP PIMCO AND BLUE OWL TO LEAD A 29 MILLION DOLLAR FINANCING FOR ITS DATA CENTER EXPANSION. IN TERMS OF WHAT WE ARE WATCHING ON MARKETS, GAINS FOR THE EQUITY INDEX AND S&P FUTURES UP .2 PERCENT AND NASDAQ FUTURES ...

Shares of Intel under pressure today after President Trump urges for CEO Lip Bhutan to resign, saying in a true social post that quote, "The CEO is highly conflicted and that he must resign immediately as there is no other solution." Lip Bhutan was named Intel CEO back in March taking over for Pat Gellzinger. With the president targeting Intel Seauite, it adds another hurdle for the company amid its turnaround efforts. For more on the rocky terrain for the ship company, let's bring in Bernstein managing dir ...

So joining us now is Stacy Ragson, the senior US semiconductor analyst over at Bernstein. And also here with us is our own Christina Parts. Thank you both for being with us.Uh Christina, I'm going to start things off with you and just how we unpack all of these headlines coming out from tariffs to the calling of a resignation for a main Intel CEO type personality. Yeah, I guess right now it's just there's a 100% tariff, but we take it with a grain of salt. As long as companies can prove that they will or th ...

Day 200 and the tariffs take effect. I guess they'll start there. Is this it.Are we here. This is the tariff regime. Realizing you've got an extension with Mexico, you're working on a deal with China.These are the numbers that we've been waiting for. Yes, well, they will they stay in place the way they are. First of all, thank you for having me.It's great to be back. Look, you know, I think that the restructuring of the global trading system that the president has undertaken and successfully executed has be ...

Tariffs and Trade - President Trump imposed new tariffs on dozens of countries, boasting billions of dollars flowing into the US [2] - An additional 25% tariff was imposed on India for purchasing Russian oil, stacking on an existing 25% tariff, totaling 50% [2][3] - Switzerland faces a tariff increase up to 39% [4] - President Trump proposed a 100% tariff on semiconductors unless companies commit to building in the US [4] - Companies producing goods in the US would get exemptions from additional tariffs [5] Apple's Investment and Tariffs Impact - Apple announced an additional $100 billion investment in the US, bringing the total US investment to $600 billion over the next four years [6][8] - Apple is launching an American Manufacturing Program to spur more production in America for critical components [9] - Apple is making a $25 billion commitment to produce cover glass for iPhones and Apple Watches at Corning's Kentucky facility [11] - Apple's semiconductor-powered devices, including iPhones, will be unaffected by Trump's 25% reciprocal tariffs on goods made in India [12] - Apple took an $800 million hit from tariffs in Q3 and expects another $11 billion in charges in Q4 [15] Market Movers and Earnings - Eli Lilly's revenue came in at $1556 billion for the quarter, better than the expected $147 billion, but shares fell due to weight loss pill results falling short of expectations [33] - ConocoPhillips' earnings per share came in at $142, better than the expected $134, and shares are up almost 2% in pre-market [36] - Warner Brothers Discovery's revenue came in at $981 billion, topping Wall Street estimates, boosted by HBO Max expansion and blockbuster releases [38] - Krispy Kreme missed expectations with a loss of 15 cents per share, against an expected loss of 12 cents, and revenue came in at $3798 million against an expectation of $3802 million [40] Disney and ESPN Deal - The NFL is set to take a 10% stake in Disney's ESPN ahead of ESPN's standalone streaming launch [20] - Disney CFO Hugh Johnston stated the deal would be accretive by about a nickel before purchase accounting [23] - The NFL stake in ESPN could be worth up to $3 billion [23] Oil Market - President Trump upped US tariffs on India to 50% in retaliation for its purchases of Russian oil, which are estimated to be around 2 million barrels a day [49][50] - OPEC plus made moves to hike output by 547000 barrels per day in September [51] Global Market Overview - Asian semiconductor-related stocks traded mixed after President Trump announced a 100% tariff on chip imports with an exemption for companies building in the US [52] - The Bank of England announced an interest rate cut of 25 basis points to 4% [54]

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BING-JHEN HONG Listen below or on the go on Apple Podcasts and Spotify TSMC climbs to record levels as Taiwan says chip giant exempt from Trump tariffs. (00:23) Samsung (SSLNF) shares rise as Apple taps Texas factory for chip supply. (01:10) United Airlines (UAL) resumes operations after technical glitch. (02:15) This is an abridged transcript. TSMC has announced significant investments in the U.S recently, including an initial $65 billion to build three plants in Arizona, and an additional $100 billion U.S ...

Good afternoon everyone. Uh Mr. . President, thank you very much for having me here today.You've been a great advocate for American innovation and manufacturing and I'm grateful for your leadership and your commitment. That's a commitment we share at Apple because American innovation is central to everything we do. Our products are designed here.We're hiring and growing here and we support 450,000 jobs with thousands of suppliers and partners in all 50 states. Earlier this year, we made our largest ever spe ...